
The hosts of Now Playing Podcast dive deep into every franchise from Bond, DC and Marvel to Mad Max, Andromeda Strain to Wolverine, breaking down each film with sharp insight, behind-the-scenes stories, and a lot of humor. If a movie has a sequel (or three), we’ve probably reviewed it with real research, real opinions, and zero patience for bad movies.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 1164 | Founded | 19 years ago |
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The Devil Wears Ghorman Twill
Four years of Star Wars spy missions have Andor (Diego Luna) ready to ditch the Rebellion with equally traumatized girlfriend Bix (Morbius' Adria Arjona). Can schemer Stellan Skarsgård keep his agents in position like t... more
Now You’re Playing With Millennials
Princess Peach (Anya Taylor-Joy) and Toad (Keegan-Michael Key) rocket into another Galaxy to rescue her kidnapped sister Rosalina (Brie Larson) in the 2026 Super Mario Brothers Movie sequel. Can brothers Mario and... more
Stuart's Burning Down the House on this episode...
What did we lose when video stores disappeared, and can streaming ever replace it? Arnie, Stuart, and Justin dive into that, along with immersive theater, playoff hockey, and a round of listener tri... more
Do NOT confuse this title for another Caravan of Courage on the Ewok moon
Before he was the martyr of Rogue One, Diego Luna was a desperate thief who accidentally lit the spark of the Rebellion in the 2022 series Andor. Is he better off making Death... more
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Good podcast with interesting people and thoughts. All except Marjorie, she is abrasive to my ears and brain.
Awesome
I swear Stewart hates most the movies I hear reviews on
The scrappy crew always puts a smile on my face with their reviews and listened to them for years. So many episodes I re-listened to and find new things. Cheers to you guys here’s to several more years of amazing movie reviews and critiques.
You know. The biggest letdown of the movie was the performance and the switch up with the surfer. And all the glazing seems so disengenuinous. There is literally nothing to praise. It's a non performance and changing the surfers story is terrible. It's one of the most tragic and beloved stories in all of the marvel universe and I love this show. Been listening for 14 years and every time there's something like this it's predictable. Like you guys get paid to give these phony takes. Disappointing... more
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Focus is placed on analyzing a wide array of films, particularly franchises with multiple sequels. The discussions involve detailed critiques of cinematic works featuring prominent themes of horror, action, and character-driven narratives. Noteworthy elements include comprehensive insights into behind-the-scenes stories, in-depth assessment of film adaptations, and a humorous approach that balances critical analysis with entertainment. The hosts likely engage in lively banter, infusing a conversational tone that makes the listening experience enjoyable for film enthusiasts.
Listeners can expect to hear candid evaluations of both popular and obscure films, revealing a mixture of nostalgia and fresh perspectives on timeless classics, remakes... more
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